Investment Intern; Summer

University of Virginia Investment Management Company (UVIMCO) provides investment management services to UVA and its associated organizations. We are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and monitoring investment strategies for a $16 billion endowment portfolio. Our portfolio is invested globally across a broad range of asset classes and strategies including public equity, hedge funds, private equity, venture capital, real estate, resources, credit, fixed income, and derivatives.

The vast majority of our investments are implemented through long‑term partnerships with world‑class external fund managers. The Investment Intern position is a unique opportunity to join a team of experienced investment professionals motivated to generate exceptional returns to further the mission of UVA.

• Learn from top investment managers across the globe: Through existing and potential new partnerships, interns have the opportunity to engage with exceptional investment managers across asset classes, providing an unparalleled learning opportunity. We scour all corners of the world for investment opportunities and interns play a critical role in assessing these opportunities.
• Support UVA’s mission: Investment returns drove north of $1.5 billion increase in the value of the Long Term Pool during the first 11 months of fiscal year 2025 which directly supports scholarships, programs, research, and other initiatives to benefit current and future students, faculty, patients, and staff of the University. Interns have an immediate impact on UVIMCO’s work through research and analysis that contribute meaningfully to investment decisions.
• Strong culture: UVIMCO fosters a collegial, flat, and collaborative work environment. The firm prioritizes employee well‑being and maintains a strong work‑life balance. Staff is united by a passion for our mission, a love of learning, and a commitment to preserving UVIMCO’s record of excellence.
• Generous employment benefits: UVIMCO offers a competitive base salary and a business casual work setting. We are located on the Downtown Mall in Charlottesville, VA.

The Investment internship generally spans 10 weeks over the course of the summer in our offices in Charlottesville. Investment Interns work as an integral member of a small, flat team, interfacing directly with senior management to research and evaluate investment opportunities.

• Work across the investment team to research global investment themes and conduct external manager due diligence across various asset classes.
• Conduct relevant quantitative analysis to evaluate current and prospective investment managers.
• Participate in diligence meetings with external investment managers.
• Prepare and present investment recommendations alongside senior staff.
• Attend internal investment committee meetings and contribute independent opinions.
• Assess current opportunities and risks for various investment strategies across public and private markets.
• Complete special projects as directed by senior management.

• Working toward an undergraduate degree (degree in finance, economics, math, data/quantitative analysis, or engineering disciplines preferred) with excellent academic credentials. Students graduating December 2027 or May 2028 preferred.
• Demonstrated passion for investing and global markets with a high level of curiosity.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• Outstanding quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.
• Willingness to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• High level of professionalism and integrity.
• Ability to be resourceful and work independently.

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